a good run - I didn't - but for the crowd support, the weather, the many forumites I passed and was passed by, but most of all for all the other runners out there. We were all united by one common bond. We had to get to the finish no matter whether
the wall at mile 18. I don't remember this so much last time as I was running with a friend but this time on my own it felt like the world and his wife were streaming past me. I was on for a 3:45 time but as my target was sub-4 (I did 4:10 last time
back in the blazing sun.Again the organisation, marshalls, first aiders and everyone else there to help on the big day where all top dog, making the day run like clock work.I hope everyone who started with Jane managed to finish with her and those who
.The best moment: for me, it was seeing Big Ben in the distance and it actually coming towards me instead of appearing to disappear! The worst moment: I don’t think there was a ‘worst moment’ except maybe the pain.Most memorable moment: Running past the team
bit (or trying to) for the second half. It was brilliant being able to run with a pacer, though the sheer volume of bodies made it hard to stay in step with the group and I was generally either in front or trailing, just through lack of space. In fact
.Goal/Finishing Time: Goal was 4:00 or under; actual was 4:01. I was happy with that as I ran well right through and had no problems at all, so I know I have a faster one in there!What to do differently: Run a little less conservatively in the first half as most
- 24 miles away?'Well mate, I was ecstatic, had the greatest day! So, if you read my poem - as I hope you do,All most runners will say is - 'Shame on you!' WABOOn behalf of all of us who for one reason or another chose to do a run/walk schedule, I
was going to finish the longest run I've ever done!And the worst moment? Suddenly experiencing unprecedented limb pain at mile 15!The biggest surprise? Or the most memorable moment? Turning the corner leading up to Tower Bridge and hearing the crowd cheer
the cheering (don't even consider running without having your name on your top).The best bit for me was Tower Bridge. I couldn't believe how many people were crammed onto it and I swear they were all shouting for me.I said it was a one-off so maybe next year I
Time: 5:01Q: What was the best moment (excluding the finish)? A: Getting to mile 16 knowing that the furtherest I'de run in training was 15, and I could make it past that..Q: And the worst moment? A: Only realising after I finished that I had wasted